‘Say no to greedy leaders’ – Babu Owino rejects proposal to extend term limits
Embakasi East Member of Parliament (MP) Babu Owino has commented on the ongoing debate about extending the term limits for those in elective positions from five to seven years. In his statement shared via X, the MP strongly rejected the proposal, asserting that the bill’s motive was to fulfil the selfish interests of greedy leaders, […]
Kaluma proposes bill to allow breastfeeding at work for MPs, judges, and employees
Homa Bay Town MP, Peter Kaluma has tabled a new bill in Parliament that seeks to allow breastfeeding mothers, including MPs, judges, and ministers, to breastfeed at their workplaces freely. In a statement shared on his X account on Thursday, October 24, 2024, Kaluma expressed his concerns about current regulations that prevent breastfeeding in settings […]
‘I am not biased’ – Gladys Shollei defends herself against utterances she made about Gachagua’s impeachment
Uasin Gishu County Women Representative Gladys Boss Shollei has come out to defend her remarks against Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, where she vowed to spearhead his impeachment. According to Shollei, her fiery declaration was made in her capacity as a Member of Parliament (MP), not in her official role as the Deputy Speaker of the […]
‘I won’t be in parliament when Gachagua is being impeached’ – Peter Salasya
Mumias East MP Peter Salasya has publicly announced his decision not to participate in any efforts to impeach Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, citing more pressing national issues. In a statement shared on his Instagram page on Saturday, September 28, 2024, Salasya emphasized his reluctance to engage in the impeachment manoeuvres noting that he won’t be […]
‘Rigathi Gachagua atakula Christmas akiwa raia wa kawaida’ – Didmus Barasa
Kimilili Member MP Didmus Barasa has launched a scathing attack on Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, accusing him of tribalistic politics and fueling his own impeachment woes. Speaking at a funeral in Nasianda, Kibingei Ward on Saturday, September 21, 2024, Barasa revealed that a section of parliamentarians is planning to impeach the deputy president before the […]
Govt deregisters 20 recruitment agencies over non-compliance
20 recruitment agencies will no longer be allowed to offer services in the country for failing to meet the required threshold for operation. According to the National Employment Agency (NEA) Director General Edith Okoki, the said companies have been denied operating licenses as part of the strategy aimed at addressing malpráctices in private recruiting agencies. […]
Wetang’ula: MPs to vote on controversial Finance Bill 2024 when House resumes
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has announced that the Finance Bill 2024 will be the primary focus of parliamentary proceedings when the House reconvenes after a three-week recess. Speaking to the press, Wetang’ula detailed President William Ruto’s decision to reject the bill and returned it with a detailed memorandum rejecting all its provisions. Wetang’ula said […]